Dogs don't produce the type of enzymes needed to break down grains, and
long term consumption often leads to the developments of many digestive tract and immune system disorders.
Not exact matches
So with enough sweet potatoes and exercise, maybe a little extra fat isn't the end of the world (or maybe there are in fact significant differences in
long term health outcomes that aren't being addressed), but unfortunately these nuances
often get lost in translation and the average reader thinks oh goody, coconut oil ad libitum, and will surpass what the islanders were eating in total fat
consumption, without incorporating all of the other health promoting diet and lifestyle factors: activity, sweet potatoes and other low fat high fiber foods, community, stress reduction, etc..
For instance, the
consumption of sugar - sweetened beverages, sweets, and processed foods may make it harder to do so, whereas the
consumption of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables might make it easier.4 - 10 Physical activity should also influence
long -
term weight gain, but evidence to support this expectation has been surprisingly inconsistent.11 - 14 In addition, the duration of television viewing and of sleep may influence energy
consumption, energy expenditure, or both.15 - 19 Different lifestyle behaviors have
often been evaluated separately, thus limiting relative comparisons or the quantification of combined effects.